$625Sale Price / item|22% Off
Baguette Blue gem Wedding 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Thin Baguette Stackable Ring. Half eternity Moissanite, sapphire Matching Band.
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$810 / item
Three marquise wedding band 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Half eternity marquise 14k gold ring. Unique moissanite, sapphires delicate engagement ring.
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$793Sale Price / item|22% Off
14K Gold Pear Moissanite Swirl Engagement Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Gold Half Eternity Moissanite Ring. Pave Diamond Moissanites Two Row Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.27ctw Multicolor Gemstone Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold Size 7
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This vibrant multicolor gemstone ring is crafted in 14K yellow gold and features 0.27 carats total weight of natural multicolor gemstones set in a half eternity style design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi Color Gemstone Vintage Style 9K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A fascinating combination of a very different colored sparkling gemstones are brought together with impact in these multi gemstone ring. A tanzanite, stunning purple amethyst, lovely...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, 9k Gold, Yel...
14K Gold 0.05 Ctw Duo Baguette Ring SI GH
Located in New York, NY
RELATED KEYWORDS delicate open ring, solid gold diamond, 14k gold yellow, gold wedding ring, diamond wedding band, half eternity, thin minimalist, stackable ring, dainty half band, r...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Platinum and French Cut Diamond Band Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A platinum half eternity band ring set with seven french cut diamonds (circa 1.12 carat) in a row.
Diamond, Platinum
Baguette and Round Brilliant Diamonds Vintage Platinum Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Baguette and Round Brilliant cut Diamond Platinum Half Eternity Band Ring. Centering Hand set Baguette Diamonds surrounded by Round Brilliant cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
$721Sale Price / item|22% Off
East west Horizontal Baguette Cut Moissanite Engagement 14k gold Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Tiny Minimalist Half eternity Engagement ring. Delicate Promise Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 1.71cts Multi-sapphire Zig Zag Ring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Rainbow ombre sapphire baguette half eternity band ring gold. Natural sapphire rainbow ombre zig-zag ring gold.
Sapphire, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 ct Emerald‑Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in 950 Platinum
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Key Features Center Diamond • 2.00 ct Natural Emerald‑Cut Diamond (≈ 8 × 10 mm) • E Color · VS Clarity • GIA Certified Side Diamonds • 0.23 ct Natural Pavé Diamonds (Half‑Eterni...
Diamond, Platinum
$5,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.00 ct Cushion‑Cut Diamond Double‑Halo Ring in 950 Platinum
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Key Features Center Diamond • 1.00 ct Natural Cushion‑Cut Diamond • E Color · VVS Clarity • GIA Certified Halo & Side Diamonds • 0.50 ct Natural Pavé Diamonds (Double Halo + Hal...
Diamond, Platinum
Blue Sapphire & Diamond Art Deco Style Band 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A lovely Art Deco inspired half eternity band ring! The band is meticulously design with horizontally set baguette blue sapphire and round cut diamonds with color H and clarities SI1...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Baguette and Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Vintage Gold Crossover Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage White and Yellow Baguette and Round Brilliant cut Diamond Platinum Half Eternity Gold Crossover Band Ring. Securely Hand set with White Diamonds, weighing approx. 1.50tcw and...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 3.0 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Double Row Prong Set Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Glitters with 14 round-cut diamonds in prong setting and crafted in 14 KT white gold (H-I Color, I3 Clarity) This half eternity diamond studded wedding ring is sure to make you stand...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural 1.71 cts rainbow sapphire zig zag ring 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Rainbow ombre sapphire baguette half eternity band ring gold Natural sapphire rainbow ombre zig zag ring gold Rainbow sapphire ring gold GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone :Rainbow Sap...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
0.85ct Round-Cut Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold – Brilliance
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Celebrate love with luminous artistry in this exquisite cluster-style half eternity engagement ring, a refined symbol of elegance, romance, and radiant devotion.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2.24ct Oval Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Key Features • Main Stone: 2.24ct Natural Oval Cabochon-Cut Emerald • Side Stones: ~0.37ct Natural Round-Cut Diamonds (E-VS), 36 stones • Metal: Solid 18K Yellow Gold • Band Style: H...
Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Three-Row 0.83ct Baguette & Round Diamond Studded Wedding Ring in 18K YellowGold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Key Features • Total Diamond Weight: ~0.83ct Natural Baguette & Round-Cut Diamonds • Diamond Quality: E Color VS Clarity Approx. 32 Diamonds • Metal: Solid 18K Yellow Gold • Ba...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Baguette Emerald & Diamond Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style Thin White Band Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A lovely Art Deco inspired half eternity band ring! The band is meticulously design with horizontally set baguette emeralds and round cut diamonds with color H and clarities SI1-SI2.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3ct Princess-Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gold Weight: 2.2 g • Split Band Width Approx. 2 mm Ring Style • Solitaire · Hidden Halo · Half Eternity · Split Band Ring Size • US 7 (Resizable · Custom Made to All Sizes) Des...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 2ct Emerald‑Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18K WhiteGold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Key Features Center Diamond • 2.00 ct Natural Emerald‑Cut Diamond • E Color, VS Clarity • GIA Certified Side Diamonds • 0.23 ct Natural Pavé Diamonds (Half‑Eternity Shank) • E–...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 2ct Pear-Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gold Weight: 2 g • Band Width ≈ 2 mm Ring Style • Solitaire · Hidden Halo · Half Eternity · Straight Band Ring Size • US 7 (Resizable · Custom Made to All Sizes) Design Theme ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gold Weight: 2.4 g • Split Band Width Approx. 2 mm Ring Style • Solitaire · Hidden Halo · Half Eternity · Split Band Ring Size • US 7 (Resizable · Custom Made to All Sizes) Des...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$66,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.5ct Cushion-Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Details: Main Stone: 2.5ct Natural Cushion-Cut Diamond • Clarity: VVS • Color: E • Certification: GIA Certified Side Stones: 0.43ct Natural Round-Cut Diamonds • Clarity: VS • Color:...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$49,200Sale Price|25% Off
GIA Certified 2ct Cushion-Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring with Hidden Halo
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Details: Main Stone: 2ct Natural Cushion-Cut Diamond • Clarity: VVS • Color: E • Certification: GIA Certified Side Stones: 0.43ct Natural Round-Cut Diamonds • Clarity: VS • Color: F...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$4,792Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.1tcw Round‑Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Key Features Center Diamond • 0.50 ct Natural Round‑Cut Diamond • E Color, VS Clarity • GIA Certified Halo & Side Stones • 0.60 ct Natural Pavé Diamonds (Half‑Eternity) • E–F C...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$5,560Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.00 ct Cushion‑Cut Diamond Double‑Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Key Features Center Diamond • 1.00 ct Natural Cushion‑Cut Diamond • E Color, VVS Clarity • GIA Certified Halo & Side Diamonds • 0.50 ct Natural Pavé Diamonds (Double Halo + Half...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$40,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.70 ct Pear‑Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Key Features Center Diamond • 1.70 ct Natural Pear‑Cut Diamond • F Color, VVS Clarity • GIA Certified Halo & Side Stones • 0.55 ct Natural Pavé Diamonds (Double Halo + Half‑Eter...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.00 ct Marquise‑Cut Diamond Double‑Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Key Features Center Diamond • 1.00 ct Natural Marquise‑Cut Diamond • E Color, VVS Clarity • GIA Certified Halo & Side Diamonds • 1.23 ct Natural Pave + Marquise Diamonds (Do...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA-Certified 1.5ct Natural Oval Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring - 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gold Weight: 7 grams Band Style: Half Eternity Band Width: Approx. 2.5mm Ring Size: US 7 (Resizable & Custom Made To All Sizes) 🎨 Design Inspiration: Rooted in the Art Deco...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Wedding Band 1981 Classic Collection Ring: 0.63 ctw Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
1981 Classic Collection Half Eternity Wedding Band Ring: 0.63 Carat Diamonds in 14k White Gold Diamond Total Carat Weight: This exquisite 1981 Classic Collection half eternity weddi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.85 Ctw, Baguette and Round Diamond Ring, Miligrain Band, 14K Solid Gold
Located in New York, NY
Metal Weight: 2.5 - 3.5 grams Total Diamond Weight: 0.85 ctw Average Diamond Clarity: SI or higher Average Diamond Colour: Near Colorless Related Keywords: Baguette Diamond, 14k Gol...
Diamond, Gold
Wedding Band 1981 Classic Collection Ring: 0.5 ctw Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
1981 Classic Collection Half Eternity Wedding Band Ring: 0.5 Carat Diamonds in 14k Gold Diamond Total Carat Weight: This exquisite 1981 Classic Collection half eternity wedding band...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wedding Band 1981 Classic Collection Ring: 0.5 ctw Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
1981 Classic Collection Half Eternity Wedding Band Ring: 0.5 Carat Diamonds in 14k Gold Diamond Total Carat Weight: This exquisite 1981 Classic Collection half eternity wedding band...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2ct Natural Oval-Cut Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Crafted in 18K White Gold with a refined half-eternity band, this design blends Art Deco symmetry with modern sophistication—perfect for those seeking a statement engagement ring wit...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$39,400Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 3.18ct Oval Cut J VS2 Diamond Engagement Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Classic solitaire with accent and hidden halo natural diamond engagement ring with half eternity band. 3.18 carat oval brilliant diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Baguette Cut Blue Sapphire Stacking Band Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Baguette Cut Sapphire Stacking Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White & Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring + 2 Diamond Bands (3 in 1 Set)
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Stunning Retro 1960’s Eternally Popular Daisy Diamond Cluster Ring basically comprises 3 rings in 1: A Cluster Engagement Ring, centrally set with a sparkling round diamond in...
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$1,165Sale Price / item|50% Off
18k Solid White Gold Moissanite Engagement Stackable Band Ring Gift for Mom
Located in New York, NY
Moissanite Engagement Stackable Band Ring in 18k solid white gold. You shall need these half eternity band ring to make a statement with your look.
Other, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,055Sale Price / item|50% Off
Brilliant Moissanite Wedding Band Ring for Women in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant Moissanite Wedding Band Ring in 14k solid yellow gold. You shall need these half eternity band ring to make a statement with your look.
Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$14,320Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1ct Round‑Cut Diamond Double‑Halo Engagement Ring in 18K WhiteGold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Key Features Center Diamond • 1.00 ct Natural Round‑Cut Diamond • E Color, VVS Clarity • GIA Certified Halo & Side Diamonds • 1.50 ct Natural Pavé Diamonds (Double Halo + Half‑E...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Pear-Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Where Timeless Royalty Meets Contemporary Refinement Drenched in vintage allure and modern finesse, this extraordinary engagement ring features a ~1 carat natural pear-cut blue sapp...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Wedding Band 1981 Classic Collection Ring: 0.5 ctw Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
The 1981 Classic Collection half eternity wedding band ring is a timeless symbol of love and commitment.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 0.50ct Natural Oval-Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
✨ Diamond & Certification Details: Main Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.50ct Main Stone Type: Natural Oval-Cut Diamond Color & Clarity: E Color, VS Clarity Side Stones: Approx. ...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA-certified 1ct Natural Oval-Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Crafted in premium 18K White Gold, the ring features a sleek 2mm half-eternity band, set with additional diamonds for continuous light reflection.
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Angara Natural Enhanced Blue and White Diamond Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Say 'I Do' in style with this half eternity wedding ring, adorned with sparkling round white and enhanced blue diamonds in a shared prong setting.
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold
IGI Certified 1ct Baguette-Cut Diamond Art Deco Cocktail Band Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Crafted in 18K White Gold and finished with a tapered half-eternity band, this ring offers a graceful silhouette and balanced sparkle—perfect for those who love structured sophistica...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$840Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Solid Yellow Gold Natural 4.75 Carat Garnet Ring with Diamonds for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Garnet Half Eternity Band Ring in 14K gold with diamonds featuring natural garnet of 4.75 carats and diamonds of 0.052 carat.
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard 18k White Gold Diamond Set Ice Cube Ring B&P 825442-1109
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An exquisite 18k white gold diamond set ring from the Chopard Ice Cube collection. The ring is composed of 1.5cm X 1.5cm iconic square ice cube motif, fully pave set with round brill...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.30tcw 14K Round Cut Medium Green Emerald Channel Set 5.3mm Wide Band Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This stunning emerald half eternity band ring is a true showstopper with 2.30 carats total of round-cut emeralds displaying a medium green color and very good luster.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1/2 Ctw Oval Halo Diamond Engagement Ring Bead Band 14K Solid Gold, SI GH
Located in New York, NY
RELATED KEYWORDS oval diamond ring, engagement ring, fine jewelry, solitaire ring, half eternity band, halo diamond ring, oval cut diamond, genuine diamond ring, 14k yellow gold ring...
Diamond, Gold
Baguette Cut Ruby and Round Diamond White Gold Wedding Band
By Bracken Jewelers
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Baguette cut rubies and round cut diamonds are bar-set and alternating in this 14K white gold half eternity wedding ring. This ring adds a welcome pop of color next to any engagement...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 0.91 Carats Alternating Baguette and Round Diamond Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Features a half eternity seven-stone wedding band ring showcasing baguette diamonds weighing 0.51 carats, elegantly alternates with round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.40 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,567
Ruby Half Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
This sleek half eternity ring comes from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal Appointment to His Majesty King Charles III.
Ruby, 18k Gold
$14,037 / item
Diamond Half Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
This ring is in very good condition. A chic and elegant half eternity band set with glittering baguette-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Baguette-Cut Diamond Half Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
This ring features a half eternity row of bright baguette-cut diamonds set to a white gold band.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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